It seems that, apart from the cutting surfaces, the two models are very similar.
As a general rule, prices are set according to supply and demand, but also depend on suppliers and availability of goods. As these can vary on a daily basis, a 'price trend' tool is available on each item's page to give a better idea of these fluctuations over the past few months.
In this case, it seems that the price of the Smart Sileno City 600 is lower than usual. :)
No, the set contains a boundary wire (loop wire) with a length of 150 m, which is required for installation. The robot lawnmower will not function correctly without the boundary wire.
So far I have only five years' experience with a Sileno Smart city 500, and I am very satisfied. From what I understand, the main difference between the models is the autonomy and therefore the capacity of the battery. The cutting system is the same, and if the result is not as expected (uncut patches) just increase the working time. It is important to cut regularly, ideally 6 days a week with a day off for the lawn. However, the GARDENA instructions are clear and easy to follow.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer the required accessories separately in our range. It is the wheel with spare part number 00059-05.871.01 and hub cap 00059-06.602.01.
I have also enquired about the Robi, which is unfortunately not available separately, and now I have a spare gateway in case the existing one gives up the ghost
Yes, it still needs the guide wire. I guess the reason is gps doesn‘t have 100% accuracy (yet!) but I‘m not aware of the other solutions that don‘t require the guide wire.
It's the other way round, the 600 is cheaper. The price of the 600 is actually significantly higher. Presumably better purchasing, or even more likely, the market pressure on the 600 is higher and Digitec is foregoing margins in order to remain competitive.
Unfortunately, we do not offer the Gardena Smart Sileno City 600 as a single product.🙁 Perhaps the manufacturer can help you directly with your request.🫡
https://www.gardena.com/ch-de/service/mahroboter-beratungscenter/mahroboter-installationsfilme/
As far as I know, at least one guide wire must be laid in the ground from the charging station to the area to be mown.
In this way, several independent (non-contiguous) lawns can be served by one robotic lawnmower.
Yes, it is included. The unit works fine. The boundary/lead wire must be laid approx. 5 cm into the ground (this works well with a round lawn cutter). If it is only laid superficially, it can be cut during gardening (e.g. scarifying).